To be well informed on all the practical aspects of daily life in Lisbon, in order to save time is essential. Service providers in Portugal, and therefore Lisbon, usually have specific characteristics : missed appointments, rounding off quotes, imperfect workmanship, delays… after all, we are in a Latin country. To lessen the risks, it is a good idea to choose the more reliable ones. Who hasn’t dreamt, at some point, of finding a good carpenter? An available baby-sitter close by ? A willing and competent cleaning lady ? A kennel where you can leave your dog with confidence? etc.. Obviously, the levels of demand and quality vary depending on the type of service or product wanted. That is why this folder must be viewed with much realism and pragmatism. Some folders are not rated in this site, for ethical reasons and because they involve individuals (for example, doctors or baby-sitters).